Psalms 122:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Because of the house of the LORD our God I will seek thy good.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Because of the house of the LORD our God, I will work for your good.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is saying he will actively pursue what's best for Jerusalem because God's house is there.

📚 Historical Context

This is part of a 'Song of Ascents' that Jewish pilgrims sang while traveling to Jerusalem for religious festivals. The 'house of the LORD' refers to the Temple in Jerusalem, which was the center of Jewish worship and national identity. The psalmist is expressing his commitment to Jerusalem's welfare because it's where God dwells among His people.

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